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Introduce a touch of class to your play with the sleek Sterling Silver DualSense wireless controller. Inspired by a classic, elegant aesthetic that’s brought to life with a fine metallic finish.
Solid controller
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Dualsense controllers are simply the best. Ive always preferred the Playstation layout over the xbox. The weight, the buttons, the haptic feedback...all wonderful. This particular controller seems to have improved battery life too! Ive played at least 4 hours no charge without losing a notch on the indicator.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 33
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Leadership performance. Nothing stacks up to the superior performance of AMD Ryzen 5000 Series processors.
Wonderful end of life upgrade
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I wouldnt call it an upgrade for me personally. I wasnt doing any core loaded work, so I sidegraded from a 5900x to the 5700x3d. I play at 1440p so my frame gains arent much, but the frame time and lows are consistently better. Plus I use less power. Would recommend if you want a cheaper x3d am4 cpu. The 5600x3d is exclusive to another retailer that I would recommend over the 5700x3d, but if theyre too far away, this is still totally worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 17
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Equipped with AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is built for students and young creatives who demand a machine that can handle both extreme pro-level gaming sessions and advanced rendering work.
Best value when on sale, great workstation.
Customer Rating
5.0
Battery Life
5.0
Speed
5.0
Display
5.0
The perfect laptop for me. It's got the efficiency from the AMD APU installed to last for hours on light work loads. The RTX 4060 is operating at a higher power consumption to offer the most out of it.
It's a bit heavy, but like not outrageously heavy. I like that there's a 10key pad, even if it's a little thin. I like that there's a privacy camera toggle but would prefer if it was a shutter near the camera. Other pros:
-You can adjust the power mode with a keyboard shortcut
-It's virtually silent unless you're doing heavy gaming
-It's got I/O on the back so it's easier to hide cables if using on a desktop to keep the immediate workspace clear
-SD card reader! Though the card will stick out, it's nice that you don't need to use up a usb port for an adapter.
-USB-C ports supposedly handle display over displayport via USB-C, one of which can deliver power though if you're using USB-C for display and gaming, you'll need to use the power brick or else you'll drain.
-80wh battery
-16gb ram already in dual channel. You could upgrade to 32 if you need it, but you're running 2x8GB out of the box, which is definitely better than 1x16GB.
It's a bit heavy, but like not outrageously heavy. I like that there's a 10key pad, even if it's a little thin. I like that there's a privacy camera toggle but would prefer if it was a shutter near the camera. Other pros:
-You can adjust the power mode with a keyboard shortcut
-It's virtually silent unless you're doing heavy gaming
-It's got I/O on the back so it's easier to hide cables if using on a desktop to keep the immediate workspace clear
-SD card reader! Though the card will stick out, it's nice that you don't need to use up a usb port for an adapter.
-USB-C ports supposedly handle display over displayport via USB-C, one of which can deliver power though if you're using USB-C for display and gaming, you'll need to use the power brick or else you'll drain.
-80wh battery
-16gb ram already in dual channel. You could upgrade to 32 if you need it, but you're running 2x8GB out of the box, which is definitely better than 1x16GB.
The Cons:
-mine has a weird issue. I power on either from sleep or off state and it'll show the Lenovo splash screen, go black, and reboot again. The 2nd reboot has been successful but there's no telling if it'll even go to the 2nd reboot. Not sure what the issue is, but it's just a thing I've experienced.
-windows LOVES shoving one drive down your throat. If you use it, then no problem. If you DON'T, then be careful what you select because it'll back up anything you put on the computer then hassle you that you're out of storage, even if you're using system storage.
-mine has a weird issue. I power on either from sleep or off state and it'll show the Lenovo splash screen, go black, and reboot again. The 2nd reboot has been successful but there's no telling if it'll even go to the 2nd reboot. Not sure what the issue is, but it's just a thing I've experienced.
-windows LOVES shoving one drive down your throat. If you use it, then no problem. If you DON'T, then be careful what you select because it'll back up anything you put on the computer then hassle you that you're out of storage, even if you're using system storage.
I got this open box, so it was under $1100. I don't think I'd recommend it for more than that new. It's great, and the display is wonderful, but $1500 hard to swallow if it's not on sale.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 29
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A mini-tower UPS with line interactive topology, the CyberPower LX1500GU3 provides battery backup (using simulated sine wave output) and surge protection for desktop computers, workstations, networking equipment, smart home devices, and home entertainment systems. The LX1500GU3 uses Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to correct minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power, which extends battery life. AVR is essential in areas where power fluctuations occur frequently. The LX1500GU3 features an advanced multifunction control panel with a color LCD to quickly confirm status and alerts at-a-glance. Two USB charge ports (one Type-A and one Type-C) power portable devices such as mobile phones and tablets, even during a utility power failure. The LX1500GU3 comes with a three-year warranty (including coverage of batteries) and a $500,000 Connected Equipment Guarantee.
Great emergency battery for simple devices.
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Bought this with the potential of losing power during the storms back in August in Southern California. Didn't need it, but it was good to have in case we were left without power and wanted to keep a couple of important devices powered on, charging, or safely turning them off. I found out real quick how much power some devices really use! I have to do some digging in the manual, but I got real annoyed real quick with how often this backup beeped while running on power. Find a way to turn it off, and you'll be fine if you have a surge.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 26
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Keep up with the biggest games and the best players. The processor and graphics are all sleekly designed in a mighty little package. It's time to start your gaming adventure.
When on sale, a fantastic budget all around PC.
Customer Rating
4.0
Battery Life
4.0
Speed
5.0
Display
5.0
Let's go over the good stuff about this laptop.
Picked it up on sale, so the price was really good.
-10 Key. You think you don't need one until you don't have one. Glad one in this price range existed
-modern AMD APU and Dedicated Nvidia Graphics.
-USB Ports are spread out. Preferred vs all on one side personally.
-144hz refresh rate display
Picked it up on sale, so the price was really good.
-10 Key. You think you don't need one until you don't have one. Glad one in this price range existed
-modern AMD APU and Dedicated Nvidia Graphics.
-USB Ports are spread out. Preferred vs all on one side personally.
-144hz refresh rate display
The neutral:
-Don't know if USB-C port does power delivery or video out. Haven't seen clear documentation on it (but maybe I haven't looked hard enough)
-1 stick of DDR5 ram. It's not expensive anymore, thankfully. However the timings aren't readily available so if you buy a 2nd stick to initiate dual channel, your timings will likely be a little mismatched
-Don't know if USB-C port does power delivery or video out. Haven't seen clear documentation on it (but maybe I haven't looked hard enough)
-1 stick of DDR5 ram. It's not expensive anymore, thankfully. However the timings aren't readily available so if you buy a 2nd stick to initiate dual channel, your timings will likely be a little mismatched
The Negative:
-only ONE m.2 slot. Most laptops will have two, if not also have a 2.5 slot. This has neither. No product key for windows is readily available, so if you swap your ssd with cloning, you'll need to buy another activation key for windows 11.
-screen brightness. Not that you'd be super bright all the time, but if you are in a well lit space, it might make it harder to work with.
-bloatware. It's going to happen with ANY branded laptop. Unfortunate, but it is what it is.
-nvidia RTX 2050 is behind on drivers. I have a mobile 3060 on another laptop and it's two months ahead driverwise.
-No battery management software to prolong battery life.
-only ONE m.2 slot. Most laptops will have two, if not also have a 2.5 slot. This has neither. No product key for windows is readily available, so if you swap your ssd with cloning, you'll need to buy another activation key for windows 11.
-screen brightness. Not that you'd be super bright all the time, but if you are in a well lit space, it might make it harder to work with.
-bloatware. It's going to happen with ANY branded laptop. Unfortunate, but it is what it is.
-nvidia RTX 2050 is behind on drivers. I have a mobile 3060 on another laptop and it's two months ahead driverwise.
-No battery management software to prolong battery life.
I didn't get this for gaming (despite it being a "gaming" laptop) as I was replacing an 11 year old laptop for the Mrs. I did opt for "gaming" as it's usually a little better build quality than your usual $300-400 laptops with 10-key and 15-17" screens. That being said, I'm sure with the tensor cores, it'll allow you to utilize DLSS if you decide to play some games (that utilize DLSS). 4GB of video memory won't get you much with newer games, but older games should run like butter. If you do game, expect low settings, possibly 900P or 720P resolution (shouldn't be too bad on a display this small) and DLSS/FSR to get the most out of the display.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 5
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Conveniently charges 4 AA or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries at the same time. 3-5 hour charge time with auto shut off to prevent overcharging and battery damage. Manufactured in China. The charger is equipped with audio and visual alerts. A red light means that charging has started, and you will hear an audible beep when charging begins. A yellow light appears when charging is 50 percent complete and charging is continuing. A green light means charging is complete, and the batteries are 100 percent full. You will hear an audible beep upon completion. If a bad battery is detected, a red X will illuminate, and the charger generates a repetitive audible beep upon detection. Audio and visual alerts:Red light - Charging has started; audible beep when charging begins. Yellow light - Charging is 50% complete and charging. Green light - Charge is complete and batteries are 100% full; audible beep upon completion. Bad Battery Detection Alert - If a bad battery is detected a red ‘x’ will illuminate; repetitive audible beep upon detection.
A few cycles and youre good.
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Rechargeable batteries come in handy. I know the argument "they dont last as long" is always brought up, but honestly after a few cycles, youre in the green.
The hardest part is keeping track of them over time. Ive had a few sets go bad with various energizer chargers, so thats a bummer when it happens. Ultimately, these are still worth the purchase.
The hardest part is keeping track of them over time. Ive had a few sets go bad with various energizer chargers, so thats a bummer when it happens. Ultimately, these are still worth the purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 22
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Samsung - Galaxy Tab S7 FE - 12.4" 64GB - Wi-Fi - with S-Pen - Mystic Black
Strike a perfect balance between study time and play time with Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, the tablet designed to bring your projects to life.
Solid offering by Samsung
Customer Rating
5.0
Battery Life
5.0
Display
5.0
Durability
5.0
Solid android tablet that pairs well with its keyboard case. With a usb-c to usb-c connection capable of displaying video, or usb-c to hdmi (samsung has a DEX cable) you can turn this tablet into a desktop chromebook (i think, I've never used a chromebook before) computer with external keyboard and mouse support (if your display supports USB) or a dongle that supports all of the above. You could get a surface 2in1 but this is capable of it all.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 31
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Anker ROAV - SmartCharge F2 FM Transmitter - Black
Provide power for your devices while on the road with this Anker ROAV SmartCharge car kit. Bluetooth 4.2 lets you stream music from your phone or make hands-free calls, and the battery monitor delivers real-time status reports via the compatible app. Find your vehicle quickly with the locator feature of this Anker ROAV SmartCharge car kit.
Mediocre bluetooth to fm transmitte
Customer Rating
3.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Quality
3.0
Value
4.0
On the outside, it looks like a solid transmitter. Once you get started, it still suffers from the same issues transmitters of old did, can't reliable overpower dead frequencies. When it works, its ok. The fidelity lost over Bluetooth to FM is pretty substantial. One would ask "why not replace the stereo at that point?" And thats a valid question. For me, the vehicle its used in is a work vehicle that I have no say over. Maybe it works better in the middle of nowhere, but not so great in southern california.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 42
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Get high-speed wireless connectivity with this NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 adapter. The flip-open antenna design adjusts easily to find optimal signal coverage for your device, while backward compatibility with legacy Wi-Fi technologies, including 802.11a/b/g/n, offers flexibility. This NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 adapter supports WPA3 encryption for reliable security.
Big but lightweight wifi6 dongle.
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Does exactly what it needs to! If there's one complaint, its that the usb cord connected to the dock is so thick, I feel like its never really set because the tension is always pulling it to an odd direction.
On my laptop, the wifi doesnt say that its connected to a wifi 6 network like my phone does, but the speeds are the same. Just note, windows 10 does not support wifi 6 so if you're using this on a W10 device and dont get wifi 6, you now know why.
On my laptop, the wifi doesnt say that its connected to a wifi 6 network like my phone does, but the speeds are the same. Just note, windows 10 does not support wifi 6 so if you're using this on a W10 device and dont get wifi 6, you now know why.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 23
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Upgrade your gaming PC's storage with this WD WD_BLACK desktop hard drive. The 8TB capacity offers ample storage for your media and gaming titles, while the 128MB cache and 7200 rpm disk speed offer rapid file transfer. This WD WD_BLACK desktop hard drive features a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III 6 Gbps interface for seamless setup with most PCs.
Big storage
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
4.0
Provides large storage. Great for back ups of media or games where fast loading times aren't a concern. It's faster spinning platter drive with a large chunk of cache so gaming from it shouldn't be too bad. I personally use it for non multiplayer gaming.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 28
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Samsung - Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G 128GB (Unlocked)
Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is crafted so you don’t need to choose between video and photo. With a single tap, you can pull super-clear stills straight from high-resolution 8K video. Or if you’re looking to capture stunning photos, the 108MP camera feels like you’ve brought your own professional studio with you. Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G, designed to be epic in every way.
Three major carriers are listed for activate now, sprint (now with TMobile) is one of them. But is it specifically still for sprint only? Are TMobile phones only for the "unlocked" option?
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Get a handle on all the action of your favorite games with this gray 8BitDo SN30 Pro+ Bluetooth gamepad. The modifiable vibration feature offers a realistic feel while playing FPS and RPG titles, while the 1000 mAh rechargeable battery pack offers up to 20 hours of use when fully charged. This 8BitDo SN30 Pro+ Bluetooth gamepad has adjustable hair triggers for added accuracy and faster response times.
Equipped with AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is built for students and young creatives who demand a machine that can handle both extreme pro-level gaming sessions and advanced rendering work.
Equipped with AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is built for students and young creatives who demand a machine that can handle both extreme pro-level gaming sessions and advanced rendering work.
Equipped with AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is built for students and young creatives who demand a machine that can handle both extreme pro-level gaming sessions and advanced rendering work.
Upgrade your DDR5 gaming or performance laptop with cutting-edge CORSAIR VENGEANCE SERIES DDR5 SODIMM memory modules. Compatible with a wide range of Intel and AMD laptops and small-form-factor PCs, VENGEANCE SODIMM upgrades your existing memory, harnessing the faster frequencies and greater capacities of DDR5. Modules automatically set to maximum system speeds for faster load times and smoother multitasking, and installation is quick and easy – just a screwdriver is needed for most laptops. VENGEANCE SODIMM is compatible with Intel XMP 3.0 on high-frequency kits for exceptional performance. Each module is rigorously screened, thoroughly tested, and backed by a lifetime limited warranty to ensure high performance and reliability, granting your laptop an instant boost.
Samsung - Galaxy Tab S7 FE - 12.4" 64GB - Wi-Fi - with S-Pen - Mystic Black
Strike a perfect balance between study time and play time with Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE, the tablet designed to bring your projects to life.
MSI - GF65 15.6" 144hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 - 512GB SSD
MSI GF65 Laptop: Game to your full potential with this MSI Thin gaming laptop. An Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM run AAA titles smoothly at high speeds, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card renders detailed visuals on the 15.6-inch display. This MSI Thin gaming laptop has a 512GB SSD for providing ample storage space and swift boots. Dedicated thermal solutions for both the CPU and GPU with up to 6 heat pipes, work harmoniously by minimizing the heat and maximizing the airflow for smooth gaming performance in such compact chassis. Immerse yourself in lossless music and enjoy the premium sound quality with Hi-Resolution Audio. Experience and listen to audio the way it was intended.
What kind of ram should I buy? 3200mhz ddr4 sodimm it is ok but 1Rx8 or 1Rx16? Does is matter ?
So the max itll register is 2933mhz I believe. I put in another 8gb stick from crucial at 3200mhz to match what was in it, but it only clocks up to 2933mhz. Definitely get another stick regardless, as you're missing performance running only single channel. If you get a 16gb stick, you'll definitely have enough memory for gaming and web browsing(and chrome to eat up those yummy gbs of memory). The only difference between 16 and 24gb is purely the amount of memory as quantity doesnt dictate speed by any means, simply available resources.
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ASUS - ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 15.6" FHD Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9-5900HX - 16GB Memory - Radeon RX 6800M - 512GB SSD
Game like a pro with this ROG STRIX Advantage Edition. Double up on AMD firepower with Ryzen 9-5900HX CPU and Radeon RX6800M GPU featuring exclusive AMD SmartShift and Smart Access Memory technology that dynamically boosts performance for any task. Enjoy eSports speed on 300hz FHD simply with FreeSync premium enabling ultrasmooth gameplay.
Is it coming any time soon?
Available to buy now, should be deliverable next week.
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GIGABYTE - 27" IPS LED FHD FreeSync Monitor with KVM (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB) - Black
GIGABYTE gaming monitors pack upscale performance into a streamlined package. The M27F provides an immersive experience through fluid gameplay and great color accuracy with 1ms response time, 144Hz refresh rate, and compatibility with graphic card software.
HP - 24f 23.8" IPS LED FHD FreeSync Monitor (HDMI, VGA) - Natural Silver
View work and entertainment comfortably with this 23.8-inch HP monitor. The anti-glare panel lets you see content clearly in various lighting conditions, and the virtually frameless design lends a minimalist aesthetic to your home office. Prevent eyestrain by switching to this HP monitor's Low Blue Light mode for a warmer appearance.
Does the free sync technology work with NVIDIA graphics? I currently have EVGA SC ULTRA 1660 Ti
Not sure if my previous answer posted yet, but I had initially referenced that this was a 60hz monitor. It's actually a 75hz.
You should still not have to worry about g-sync capabilities. It'll display just fine. Just make sure you change the refresh rate to 75hz in windows display settings and make sure your nvidia drivers have this as your primary source of graphics display (if using an Intel chip with integrated graphics).
Sorry for the incorrect answer previously.
You should still not have to worry about g-sync capabilities. It'll display just fine. Just make sure you change the refresh rate to 75hz in windows display settings and make sure your nvidia drivers have this as your primary source of graphics display (if using an Intel chip with integrated graphics).
Sorry for the incorrect answer previously.
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